There was heavy traffic at Tangu area near Salama on the Mombasa-Nairobi highway after two trucks collided. The accident caused a long traffic jam on both sides of the road.
The crash happened during the day, causing panic among drivers and passengers. According to people at the scene, the two truck drivers made a mistake that led to the accident. One of the trucks is said to have lost control and hit the other, blocking the road.
The crash left the road almost impassable for hours. Many vehicles were stuck in the traffic, and others had to wait for a long time before the road could be cleared. Some drivers tried to use other routes, but it was not easy due to the location of the accident.
Police officers and other rescue teams arrived at the scene quickly. They worked hard to control the traffic and help those affected. Efforts to remove the trucks from the road began immediately.
Officers on the ground said they were doing their best to restore normal flow on the busy highway. They asked road users to be patient as the clearing process was ongoing.
By the time of reporting, no deaths had been confirmed. However, there were reports of minor injuries. Emergency services gave first aid to those injured.
Many people who were traveling to Nairobi or Mombasa were forced to delay their journey. The cause of the crash is still being looked into by the police.
Drivers are being urged to drive carefully and follow road rules to avoid such accidents in future. More updates are expected as the situation is brought under control.
By Kenyans